Sponser out of Canada while apply spouse PR inland application

[nandu23]

Hello,
Can sponser be out of Canada while applying inland PR application for spouse?

i’m currently stuck in India due to flight ban however I want to apply PR for my spouse who is in Canada on workpermitunder family class inland application.
Since I’m only on vacation and will return back to Canada can I now submit my spouse paper application stating that I live in Canada ?
Thanks

 

[canuck90]

You've to be physically present in Canada for applying Spousal Sponsorship if you are Permanent Resident.